What’s the Best Controller Similar to the Steam Deck?

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Hey everyone! I’ve been loving my Steam Deck and now I find regular controllers just don’t cut it anymore. The back paddles and joysticks on the Deck are incredible! I usually play it docked and need a suitable controller. I’ve tried various controllers like the 8BitDo Pro, Xbox Series S (not really an Xbox fan, so I’m unsure about the differences), and even a bunch of PS4 controllers. Recently, I got my hands on a Scuff Envision Pro, but it seems to break down over time and I’m not a huge fan of its sticks. I really appreciate the mouse click feel of the buttons and the trigger switch. Also, I hate the lack of right-to-repair options. Has anyone found a controller that might bridge the gap between PC gaming and the Deck experience?

1 Answer

ControllerKing77 -

You might want to check out the Steam Controller. It’s definitely a classic option!

RetroGamer82 -

Are you referring to the original Steam Controller or the Hori version?

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